Do You Usually Visit Malaysia on Weekends?
A 2024 international cost-of-living survey revealed that Singapore ranks as the most expensive city in Southeast Asia, while Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia is ranked 9th, and Johor Bahru is 11th.
Will you be visiting Johor Bahru on weekend?
Singapore has long been known for its higher cost of living compared to Malaysia, as well as its higher salaries. Many Malaysians work in Singapore and return to Malaysia daily to save on living and dining expenses.
Many Singaporeans plan two- or three-day trips to Malaysia, leaving in the morning to enjoy local food, shopping, and massages, then returning to Singapore in the evening. The transportation between the two countries is highly convenient, with the drive taking about an hour if traffic is smooth.
Is Malaysia really a place where you can save half the money?
For families with children, traveling north is especially budget-friendly—just 100 SGD can go a long way. For families traveling and shopping in bulk, the trip can feel very worthwhile.
A bowl of noodles costs just 3–4 SGD and is quite delicious. Even though prices in Johor Bahru have risen in recent years and some locals avoid touristy areas, the price levels are still highly attractive to visitors from Singapore.
Malaysia vs. Singapore cuisine: Which suits your taste more?
Although they share the same cultural roots, the flavors of Nanyang cuisine differ subtly between the two countries.
Classic dishes like Bak Kut Teh, wanton noodles, and Hainanese chicken rice each have their unique charms.
Questions for discussion:
What do you think is the most worthwhile to spend on in Malaysia?
Some say it's no longer worth visiting Malaysia now. Is Singapore really cheaper?
Which country's classic dishes do you prefer?
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What do you think is the most worthwhile to spend on in Malaysia?
Some say it's no longer worth visiting Malaysia now. Is Singapore really cheaper?
Which country's classic dishes do you prefer?
Rewards:
Leave your comments and also post to win tiger coins~
A good pair of shoes or clothing costs much less in Johor, and health supplements are also cheaper. While prices in Johor have increased in recent years, the cost difference is still noticeable for someone living and working in Singapore. However, for local residents, the price in Johor is definitely considered quite expensive and burdening, especially when you earn MYR there.
The trip also allows me to enjoy local food at a lower cost, which adds to the overall savings. Overall, Johor remains a budget-friendly option for Malaysians working in Singapore, especially for shopping and stocking up on certain items.
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There are plenty of stalls selling Malaysian food too.
🌟🌟🌟As a Singaporean, Johor Bahru is a shopping paradise. Almost everything is much cheaper than Singapore. The familiar refrain among fellow Singaporeans is "Cheap Cheap" and Singaporeans tend to buy loads of household necessities in Johor Bahru (JB).
I like to go to JB every fortnight and prefer to go on weekdays to avoid the horrendous queue at the Causeway. I also like to take the short 5 minutes train trip to go across. It is much faster than driving.
Apart from shopping household items like rice, milk powder, Milo and other essential items, I like to treat myself with massage, and enjoy a Buffett lunch or Dinner which offer phenomenal value compared to Singapore.
Occasionally I would book a Staycation in JB and just chill for a few days. JB offers a fantastic getaway from Singapore at awesome prices. "Cheap, Cheap" is certainly my favourite phrase when I am shopping in JB.
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Take example HK, since China made it so easy to travel from HK to Shen Zheng, the local retail and restaurants suffered very badly.
至于有人说现在不值得去马来西亚，我觉得这要看个人需求。虽然马币对新币的汇率波动、交通拥堵、安全问题确实让一些人望而却步，但整体上马来西亚的消费水平还是比新加坡低，尤其是购物、美食、娱乐和油费，新加坡真的难以比。像去马来西亚做按摩、美容或者加油，性价比都很高。
如果说我更喜欢哪个国家的经典菜肴，我会偏向马来西亚的。马来西亚的美食融合了马来、华人和印度风味，层次更丰富，味道更浓郁。而新加坡的菜肴虽然精致，但有时候觉得太商业化，少了一点地道的感觉。所以要吃得满足，我会选择马来西亚。
really enjoy being able to eat better quality food with less spending.
the raising cost in singapore is really getting out of hands, and i am glad i could still go to jb and save more money!
where do these savings go? into investment and trading of course, so good luck people!